Medical Equipment Preparers Salary in West Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,870 +0.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.53
10th percentile $36,370
90th percentile $57,320
Employed locally 40
National median $46,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,370
    25th
    $38,650
    50th (median)
    $46,870
    75th
    $46,870
    90th
    $57,320

    Top-paying metros for Medical Equipment Preparers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Vallejo, CA $82,070
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $81,540
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $79,820
    Napa, CA $78,760
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $78,530
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $76,570

    Related occupations in West Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$31,350
    Nursing Assistants$38,240
    Medical Assistants$47,050
    Dental Assistants$44,120
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$36,630
    Phlebotomists$45,450

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Equipment Preparers make per hour in West Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Equipment Preparers in West Montana is $22.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.10 or more per hour.

    Is West Montana above or below average for Medical Equipment Preparers salaries?

    The median Medical Equipment Preparers salary in West Montana is 0.8% above the national median of $46,490. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Medical Equipment Preparers in West Montana?

    Entry-level Medical Equipment Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $36,370 per year in West Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,650.